EP54: 8 Reasons Why You Are Not Losing Weight There could be several reasons why someone is not losing weight, despite their efforts to do so. It's important to remember that weight loss is a complex process influenced by various factors, and individual experiences may vary. Keep these 8 factors in check and you'll be amazed at your progress. Inadequate Calorie DeficitInaccurate Portion ControlLack of ConsistencyStress and SleepNot Drinking Enough WaterLack of Strength TrainingUn...

Ep: 53 The Rise of the Mini Workout and Is It Effective? If you were to stop and ask 100 people on the street if they felt like they were busy, overwhelmed, or over-scheduled, chances are, the vast majority would say “YES. Are you pressed for time? Can you just not find time to exercise? Mini workouts are becoming the go-to choice for everyone from time-stretched professionals to busy working parents. What is a mini workout? What are the benefits of mini workouts? How can you make the...

Ep: 52 Hydration: It’s Not Just About the Water You Drink Do you struggle to drink enough water? ...That doesn’t mean you have to walk around thirsty. There are plenty of other ways to hydrate beyond plain water. What you can do to make staying hydrated easier #1 Elevate your water experience -> infuse it with fruits & veggies #2 Eat more plants -> eat more fruits & veggies #3 Make mindful beverage choices -> less sugary drinks are better and caffeine...

Ep: 51 Why Do We Procrastinate? When you think of procrastination, is laziness the first thing that comes to mind? Why Do We Procrastinate, Really? ...do we lack the drive, is it a boring task… do we lack the skills? Sometimes we procrastinate because the task is just something we don’t want to do. What's really going on when we procrastinate? Are we feeling overwhelmed?Do we feel incompetent?Is it that we are perfectionists? Are there some underlying mental health issue...

Ep 50: Why Dropping the "Perfect Diet" Mindset is Beneficial for Your Health! Despite what mainstream diet culture leads us to believe, there’s no perfect diet. We’re all different — what works for one person won’t necessarily work for the next. Ditch The Perfect Diet Mindset Instead >> Adopt A Healthy Eating Mentality By doing the following: Adding color to our dietEating enough caloriesBalancing our plate Eating Intuitively Bottom-line: Listen to your body and remember,...

Ep 49: The Unknown Benefits of Gratitude Feeling grateful isn’t just a self-help cliché. The practice of gratitude actually produces countless benefits. Gratitude is the gift that keeps on giving! Let’s explore the transformative effects of this simple but powerful emotion: G-R-A-T-I-T-U-D-E The benefits of gratitude: Gratitude Has Positive Lasting Effects on the BrainGratitude Boosts the Immune SystemGratitude Reduces Stress, Anxiety and DepressionGratitude Promot...

Ep 48 - 23 Awesome Tips For A Successful 2023 Stay Positive.Take a daily "Thank You Walk.Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants.Talk to yourself instead of listening to yourself.Post a sign that says "No Energy Vampires Allowed”.Be Positive. Make a difference and success will find you. Get more sleep.Don't waste your precious energy on gossip, on energy vampires, on issues of the past, on negative thoughts or on things you cannot control. Look for opportunities to Love, S...

Ep 47 - What to Do When You Eat Way More Calories Than Intended Lasting change starts with small, sustainable habits, like sipping on water throughout the day, cooking more at home, and moving your body regularly. Bottom line is: you’re still, only human, and it’s normal to slip up. Natural slip-ups happen on the quest to improve dietary habits and lose weight. Here is the thing, on days you overeat, the worst thing you can do is throw in the towel and beat yourself up about i...

Ep 46 - 7 Outdated Myths About Exercising For Weight Loss Weight loss is one of the top reasons why most of us start an exercise routine. Unfortunately, misconceptions about how to work out for weight loss are rampant Ever heard the sayings: "Feel The Burn" or No Pain No Gain" Hmmm.. I really wonder where those sayings came from? Are they just outdated myths? In today’s episode we’ll dive into what people tend to get wrong about exercising for weight loss 7 Outdated Myths About...

Quick Tip: Ep 45 Are Goals Your Roadmap to Success? Can you believe it... we've complete Q1 already! I can’t believe that we’re well underway in Q2 of the year! ✨As the saying goes ~Think it ~ Ink it ~ Do it ~ Review it ~ . ✨It’s time to kick into high gear or recalibrate but keep moving! . ✨The only way to succeed is by having clear and concise goals! MAke them realistc and time bound. Goals are your ‘roadmap to success’...but your have to keep review whats working and waht not an...

Quick Tip: Ep 44 - Do Our Bodies Need Maintenance? If you own a car, you know how important it is to take it into the shop for regularly scheduled tune-ups. Without that maintenance, the life of your car is dramatically reduced. Would you skip a tire rotation, never replace the oil or check the breaks? Of course not! So why don’t we ever perform any body maintenance? Want to try my Busy Mum On-the-Go Fuel? http://mildredbv.experienceketo.com Or Are You Up For "The Challenge"? I'm challeng...

Enjoy nature and the great outdoors, you would be surprised as to what this does for you. As simple as walking seems, I know walking is not simple for everyone. Walking has so many benefits its can improve our sleep, thinking, and learning, while reducing symptoms of anxiety. Did you know some well known legends from history were walkers too? In this episode we'll explore ways to walk with purpose, such as: Walk for perspective.Walk for connection.Walk for learning. Walk for...

Everyone has a set amount of calories, or energy, they need to simply be alive. Consistently eating less than this can cause your metabolism to slow down. If you’re trying to lose weight, for most of us it seems to make sense to cut as many calories from your diet as possible. Unfortunately, it’s possible to eat too little, which not only makes it harder to achieve a healthy weight Here are some common signs you’re eating too little to support your body You're thinking about food all ...

Ep 41 - Benefits of Regular Exercise The health benefits of regular exercise and physical activity are hard to ignore. Everyone benefits from exercise, regardless of age, gender or physical ability. Exercise and physical activity are great ways to feel better, boost your health and have fun Check out these seven ways exercise can lead to a happier, healthier you. Exercise controls weightExercise combats health conditions and diseasesExercise improves moodExercise boosts energyExercise...

Ep 40 - Are There Foods That Reduce Belly Fat? Are there really foods that help reduce belly fat? Is there really such a thing? The good news is belly fat is one of the easiest types of fat to lose via regular movement and a healthy well-balanced diet. YES! That is right ...it is the easiest to lose! Incorporating: anti-inflammatory foods healthy fats along withgut-friendly foods resistant starches ...can help you lose weight and definitely shed bel...

Ep 39 - Are You Being Kind To Yourself? How are you coping during these uncharted times? Is stress taking over? Are you keeping a level head? Are you getting frantic? These are questions we need to be mindful of. But regardless of how we are managing, self-compassion can definitely make it easier to stay on top of your mental and physical health. Here Are 8 Small Ways To Be Kind To Yourself: Spend time in natureTake time to do nothingPress pause on your weight loss goalsLimit news and...

Ep 38 - 10 Non-Diet Tips For Fat Loss Incorporating the 10 tips below you can set yourself up for success for a lifetime Losing weight and keeping it off long-term isn’t about a quick crash diet or detox — it requires creating lasting habits to lead a healthier lifestyle. The key is lifestyle: It has to become part of who you are Top 10 Non-Diet Tips For Fat Loss Find your WHY!Say goodbye to a perfectionist mindsetInformation is eveverything- Stay informedFocus on adding and not subtract...

Ep 37 - What Influences Who You Are? Do our childhood experiences influence our outlook on life? Does our past influene our fute? Exploring the from childhood to adulthood and the road in between. Let’s learn from my childhood experiences… what shaped me! Are there sacrifices that you’ve made along the way as a mother? What values am I instilling in my kids? What legacy am I leaving for my kids? I'm definitely on my journey to better and I’m loving it! Have ...

Ep 36 - How to Balance Your Food Groups Eating a healthy diet can be difficult, tricky and confusing at times The colorful Healthy Eating Plate helps people remember to: Eat a variety of healthy foods. Eat less of some foods and more of others. The plate shows how to balance your food groups. There's a reason the other sections are smaller: You don't need as much from that group. The plate can be used for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. That may make you wonder: Do I really ha...

Ep 35 - Tips On How To Find Success This Year. Success is tough no matter how you slice it... But you have to do the work. Henry Ford once said that "failure was a chance to start again, but this time more intelligibly". If you want to succeed at things, then don’t give up. Stay persistent. Big goals are not easy to achieve. … they take time and they take massive amounts of energy. Small actions every single day without fail will move you closer and closer to your goals, whatever they might...